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FITGirl's mission is to help young girls find their greatness within and empower them to embrace their own unique self by equipping them with the tools needed to navigate confidently through their teenage years.
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Wed, 20 Feb 2019 22:11:15 +0000http://fitgirlinc.com/?p=6482Hydration is at the foundation of both our beauty and our fitness routines. And there is more to getting hydrated than drinking water. Did you know you can get some of your water intakes by eating foods that foster hydration? Last week, I was reading a book that discussed the benefits of getting some of […]

]]>Hydration is at the foundation of both our beauty and our fitness routines. And there is more to getting hydrated than drinking water. Did you know you can get some of your water intakes by eating foods that foster hydration?

Last week, I was reading a book that discussed the benefits of getting some of your water from food in addition to drinking it! In this post, I share some hydrating snacks to help you stay your glowing best.

Learning about hydration the hard way

In a dramatic moment when I was 19, I learned what it means to stay hydrated and that water alone isn’t always enough. It happened shortly after riding a camel at the pyramids in the desert with my bestie. Riding a camel is a bit crazy, the way it moves, it feels wobbly and I have to admit it was a little scary as the camel stood up. But once we got going it was a lot of fun. During the ride, we had the sun shining directly on us and it was super hot (being the desert and all). Though we had plenty of water and made a point to drink quite a bit of it, I was not prepared for what happened next.

After the ride I got super light headed and felt like I was going to faint. Once we got off the camel, I sat down in some shade with my friend and her dad. A police officer even came over to us to make sure I was ok. They had me eat a granola bar and that’s when I realized the importance of sodium and nutrients that the body needs to retain and absorb water. Even though I had been drinking water, I wasn’t sufficiently hydrated. I had been sweating a lot and this was my first experience understanding what dehydration really means.

I share this story for a couple of reasons:

Drinking water is a great habit, and it’s important to keep it handy

What you eat is as important to hydration as what you drink

I encourage you to pay attention to how your body is feeling, especially when you’re being active and playing sports. Even if you’re having a hard time focusing in class, it could be a sign that you are thirsty.

And if you want to up your water game and make it extra tasty, infuse it by cutting up oranges or cucumbers and adding it to a pitcher of water in the fridge overnight.

5 Hydrating Snack Foods

1. Cucumber

2. Applesauce (go for unsweetened if you can)

3. Strawberries

4. Celery

5. Carrots

When you are on your own epic adventures, whether it’s traveling the world or heading to an afternoon practice on the field, remember to pack nutrient-rich snacks like these to give your body an energizing hydration boost!

Special note: If you want to go next level on a workout, have a green apple an hour prior. It’s like magic!

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Tue, 12 Feb 2019 20:49:16 +0000http://fitgirlinc.com/?p=6451Dear FitGirl, “There has never been and never will be another you. You have a purpose – a very special gift that only you can bring to the world.” – Marie Forleo I love that quote. There is so much truth to it. There is only one you and I want to help you grow […]

“There has never been and never will be another you. You have a purpose – a very special gift that only you can bring to the world.” – Marie Forleo

I love that quote. There is so much truth to it. There is only one you and I want to help you grow into this truth. The FitGirl blog is for all girls and their parents, and much of the content will be created to make a positive and safe place for you high school girls. To help you focus on yourself in a loving way, find clarity and connect you with your purpose.

Here we’ll discuss topics like:

Creating habits to help you feel like your best self

Navigating relationships

Functional nutrition and overall wellness

Getting in touch with the body and its needs

Nurturing feelings of belonging while building your tribe of besties

Using social media and technology to design a life you love

Let me introduce myself

My name is Carlyn. I have 5 sisters (2 older, 3 younger) and I grew up in Michigan before my family moved to Ohio when I was 13. After I graduated college I moved to Chicago where I lived for 10 years before moving here to Omaha. And I have absolutely fallen in love with this city

For work, I am a User Experience Designer. I design digital solutions for websites and mobile applications. In this role I work with development teams to make sure the final product is built in a way that is easy for people to use and understand. Sometimes I can’t believe I get paid to do what I do! It’s challenging in the fun ways and keeps me on my toes.

In my free time, I enjoy writing and exploring creative outlets. My little dog Henry is a great furry companion and he makes me smile every day! I’m not a big traveler, but I do like to go on adventures and discover new places. The most exotic have included traveling to Egypt, France, and Germany.

I feel very blessed to have the opportunity to connect with you here. I want to spark ideas that help you connect with your true self and find what fills you with joy. This is an exciting time and I am looking forward to hearing from you girls and being inspired by your unique gifts.

Thanks for stopping by the blog and please check back each week to see new posts!